contact
Translation
contact, touch, communication, connection
Examples
Avoid direct contact with the substance.
Avoid direct contact with the substance.
I'm in contact with my old friends.
I'm in contact with my old friends.
He has many contacts in the industry.
He has many contacts in the industry.
Grammar Patterns
contact with ((sb./sth.)) communication or touching She avoids contact with sick people.
to be in contact with ((sb.)) to be communicating Are you still in contact with her?
Similar Words
Synonyms: touch, communication, connection
Etymology
From Latin 'contactus', from 'con-' (together) + 'tangere' (to touch).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Contacts' app on your phone, which lists people you can 'contact'.